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January 14, 2025 at 9:31 PM
LA mayor issues housing executive order amid wildfires, crisis
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass has issued an executive order to rebuild homes and businesses amid the wildfires.
January 14, 2025 at 9:31 PM
January 14, 2025 at 8:28 PM
Local landmarks lost and damaged by raging Los Angeles fires
As fires continue to burn through Southern California, some of the region's landmarks have been burned or destroyed by the blazes.
January 14, 2025 at 8:28 PM
January 14, 2025 at 4:51 PM
Los Angeles fire losses could reach $30 billion for insurers
Disaster already the "costliest wildfire event in California history," report finds.
January 14, 2025 at 4:51 PM
January 11, 2025 at 11:17 PM
Los Angeles Fire Department budget sustained cuts but saw overall increase
Los Angeles Fire Department budget sustained cuts but saw an overall increase.
January 11, 2025 at 11:17 PM
January 10, 2025 at 8:34 PM
John Mayer shares moving post about 'loss of proof of life' in California fires
John Mayer shared a moving message on Instagram about the loss people are experiencing amid the Los Angeles wildfires.
January 10, 2025 at 8:34 PM
January 10, 2025 at 1:52 PM
What to know about theme parks impacted by California fires
Fast-moving fires continue to burn across the Los Angeles area.
January 10, 2025 at 1:52 PM
January 10, 2025 at 7:57 AM
Death toll expected to rise as several LA blazes go uncontained
At least five people are confirmed dead in the fires consuming parts of Los Angeles, and the county sheriff expects the death toll to rise as uncontained fires spread across Southern California.
January 10, 2025 at 7:57 AM
January 9, 2025 at 11:37 PM
Los Angeles mayor faces backlash over wildfires
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass repeatedly dodged questions about her leadership and alleged lack of initial presence during the ongoing wildfires affecting the area.
January 9, 2025 at 11:37 PM
January 9, 2025 at 12:32 PM
California wildfire forecast: LA under critical fire risk with gusty winds forecast
High pressure is building from the north and that will help to tighten the pressure gradient over southern California, producing more gusty winds.
January 9, 2025 at 12:32 PM
January 9, 2025 at 3:43 AM
LA Fire Dept. official explains conditions on the front lines of deadly wildfires
ABC News’ Linsey Davis speaks to Los Angeles fire department official Lyndsey Lantz about firefighters on the front lines of unprecedented destruction as they work to contain multiple blazes.
January 9, 2025 at 3:43 AM
January 9, 2025 at 12:53 AM
LAFD shares the latest on its wildfire containment efforts
Spokesperson Lyndsey Lantz discusses the Los Angeles Fire Department's containment efforts amid the historic and devastating Southern California wildfires.
January 9, 2025 at 12:53 AM
January 8, 2025 at 6:32 PM
'Mother Nature's winning,' says LA Fire Dept. captain
Los Angeles Fire Department Captain Sheila Kelliher gives an update on the crews battling unprecedented wildfires in Southern California.
January 8, 2025 at 6:32 PM
January 8, 2025 at 6:12 PM
California homeowners on LA wildfire: ‘Our hearts are broken’
Zibby and Kyle Owens’ Nest camera captured the fire burning near their Pacific Palisades home.
January 8, 2025 at 6:12 PM
January 8, 2025 at 4:11 PM
200,000 customers without power in Southern California
ABC News’ Kayna Whitworth has the latest on the power outages and emergency response amid the wildfires near Los Angeles.
January 8, 2025 at 4:11 PM
January 8, 2025 at 4:10 PM
White House reacts to California wildfires
President Joe Biden has been continually briefed on the developing wildfires and says he has offered any and all federal assistance needed.
January 8, 2025 at 4:10 PM
January 8, 2025 at 3:44 PM
Residents describe race to escape California amid wildfires
Professional storm chaser Tanner Charles Schaaf and his friend Orly Israel were both forced to flee the area after flames engulfed Israel’s house.
January 8, 2025 at 3:44 PM
January 8, 2025 at 3:34 PM
California woman on evacuating fire: ‘My maternal instincts kicked in’
Kenny and Tricia Rakusin evacuated to Beverly Hills from their home in Pacific Palisades.
January 8, 2025 at 3:34 PM
January 8, 2025 at 1:07 PM
California fire forecast: Wind speeds remain high as wildfires rage
A damaging Santa Ana wind event was peaking early Wednesday and was expected to stay strong through early afternoon.
January 8, 2025 at 1:07 PM
January 8, 2025 at 12:18 PM
Fire chief on ‘difficult firefight’ due to heavy winds
Cal Fire Battalion Chief Brent Pascua says that “life safety is our number one priority.”
January 8, 2025 at 12:18 PM
January 8, 2025 at 10:33 AM
Los Angeles wildfires spread
Emergency evacuation orders were issued as two wildfires continued to spread quickly, fueled by hurricane force winds.
January 8, 2025 at 10:33 AM
January 8, 2025 at 12:36 AM
Over 250 firefighters battle LA brush fires: Officials
The Los Angeles Fire Department issued a mandatory evacuation order for residents in the Pacific Palisades area, from Merrimac Road west to Topanga Canyon Boulevard and south to Pacific Coast Highway.
January 8, 2025 at 12:36 AM
January 7, 2025 at 11:16 PM
Los Angeles brush fires latest: 2 blazes threaten structures, prompt evacuations
Two fast-moving brush fires erupted Tuesday in Los Angeles as dangerous wind conditions and unseasonably dry, warm weather sweep Southern California.
January 7, 2025 at 11:16 PM
December 24, 2024 at 8:31 AM
Blake Lively accuses Justin Baldoni of sexual harassment
The actress filed a complaint alleging her "It Ends With Us" co-star and director sexually harassed her.
December 24, 2024 at 8:31 AM
1 month ago
Oysters linked to norovirus outbreak sicken at least 80 people at restaurant event
The outbreak stemmed from an event at the Hollywood Palladium celebrating the Los Angeles Times' list of the 101 best restaurants on Dec. 3.
1 month ago
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City official allegedly made bomb threat, home searched by FBI: Mayor's office
FBI agents searched the home of a Los Angeles deputy mayor over a bomb threat he allegedly made against Los Angeles City Hall earlier this year, the mayor's office said.
1 month ago
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Disneyland just got cheaper for Southern California residents
Disneyland Resort announced new special ticket prices for Southern California residents.
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2 months ago
Canyon Crest Fire causes evacuations in California
The Canyon Crest Fire, which began Thanksgiving evening to the east of Los Angeles, has now reached 250 acres.
2 months ago
2 months ago
Canyon Crest Fire in California prompts evacuations in Riverside, San Bernardino
The Canyon Crest Fire, which began Thanksgiving evening to the east of Los Angeles, has now reached 250 acres.
2 months ago
2 months ago
New DA speaks out on Menendez brothers' fight for freedom
Nathan Hochman, who won the election last week for Los Angeles County district attorney, spoke to ABC News about the Menendez brothers' case.
2 months ago
2 months ago
Family seeks help finding missing Hawaii woman
Hannah Kobayashi, 30, vanished during a layover in Los Angeles while traveling to New York last Friday.
2 months ago
2 months ago
Woman arrested for impersonating nurses at LA hospitals
Amanda Leeann Porter, 44, is facing felony charges after she allegedly impersonated a registered nurse at several California hospitals using "a variety of false identities,” police said.
2 months ago
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Thousands celebrate in Los Angeles streets for the Dodgers parade
More than 200,000 fans celebrated the Dodgers and their eighth World Series in Los Angeles Friday. This was their first World Series parade since 1988.
2 months ago
2 months ago
Dodger fans clashed with police after World Series win
The "hostile" crowd was deemed an unlawful assembly late, according to the LAPD.
2 months ago
2 months ago
Police clash with 'hostile' fans in Los Angeles after Dodgers win World Series
"Leave the area immediately and follow all officers orders," the Los Angeles Police Department said on social media.
2 months ago
3 months ago
LA man arrested in connection with 2 fatal shootings hours apart
A suspect has been arrested in Los Angeles in connection to two fatal shootings hours apart, police said.
3 months ago
3 months ago
Neighbor foils attempted kidnapping of 11-year-old girl in LA
Police say video shows a suspect grabbing the girl and trying to take her away. A witness yelled at the suspect, giving her a chance to escape. The suspect was charged with aggravated kidnapping.
3 months ago
3 months ago
Academy Museum Gala 2024: See what celebrities wore for the star-studded event
See all the most standout red carpet looks from celebrities at the 2024 Academy Museum Gala.
3 months ago
3 months ago
Los Angeles archdiocese to settle more than 1,300 sexual abuse cases
The Archdiocese of Los Angeles has agreed to pay $880 million to 1,353 people who say they were sexually abused as children by Catholic clergy.
3 months ago
3 months ago
A whimsical night with Natalia Lafourcade and Gustavo Dudamel
Director of the LA Philharmonic Gustavo Dudamel and legendary Latin singer Natalia Lafourcade captivate audiences at the Hollywood Bowl.
3 months ago
3 months ago
Employee shot in 'workplace violence incident' at Santa Monica College
A Santa Monica College employee was shot and injured at a satellite campus in California. Authorities are searching for the suspect.
3 months ago
3 months ago
Could the Menendez brothers have a chance at a new sentence?
The Menendez brothers were sentenced to life without parole for the 1989 murders of their parents. The L.A. District Attorney is now reviewing new evidence in the case.
3 months ago
4 months ago
Man accused of hijacking Los Angeles bus charged with murder and kidnapping
Los Angeles County DA George Gascon announced 12 counts against Lamont Campbell.
4 months ago
4 months ago
Truck carrying lithium-ion batteries overturns, catches fire in Los Angeles
The crash forced the partial closure of the 47 Freeway, causing major traffic backups in the area. Authorities are allowing the lithium-ion blaze to burn itself out.
4 months ago
4 months ago
Los Angeles bus hijacker who left 1 dead identified
The man who allegedly hijacked a bus in Los Angeles and led police on an hourlong chase while holding the driver at gunpoint has been identified as Lamont Campbell.
4 months ago
4 months ago
Deadly LA bus hijacking leaves 1 passenger dead
The suspect allegedly forced the driver to flee police early Wednesday, with dozens of LAPD cruisers giving chase. A SWAT team rescued the driver and a passenger. The suspect ultimately surrendered.
4 months ago
4 months ago
Los Angeles bus hijacked at gunpoint
The LAPD is investigating after one passenger was shot multiple times and killed. The alleged hijacker is now in custody.
4 months ago
4 months ago
1 dead after hijacked bus speeds through LA with driver held at gunpoint
The suspect was taken into custody for allegedly killing a passenger, while the driver and a second passenger were uninjured, according to LAPD Deputy Chief Donald Graham.
4 months ago
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Luxury yacht sinks after fire in California; multiple explosions heard on video
A luxury yacht in Marina del Rey sank on Wednesday night due to a fire caused by a fireworks explosion on board. The Admiral was engulfed in flames, leading to multiple explosions in the harbor.
4 months ago
4 months ago
3 cases of dengue fever reported in Los Angeles
National numbers are on the rise for the disease, which is spread through mosquito bites.
4 months ago
4 months ago
Los Angeles County reports a rare handful of local dengue cases
Los Angeles County reports a rare handful of local dengue cases.
4 months ago